Hepworth Wakefield Harvest Festival 2026: The best pictures as makers celebrate start of autumn

Independent makers, designers and producers gathered in Wakefield for a weekend celebrating creativity, craftsmanship and the arrival of autumn.

The Hepworth Wakefield Harvest Festival returned for 2026, bringing more than 70 independent designers, makers, producers and businesses together for a colourful celebration of the new season.

Held at Tileyard North on Saturday (Sep 19) and Sunday (Sep 20), the festival offered visitors the chance to browse everything from handmade ceramics and textiles to artisan food and drink, plants, prints, books and seasonal produce.

Stalls showcased an array of craftsmanship, with quilts, handmade brushes, pottery and colourful accessories among the creations on display.

The weekend also offered activities for families in The Hepworth Wakefield’s galleries and garden.

The annual festival marked the beginning of autumn while giving visitors the opportunity to discover and support independent makers and producers from across the UK.

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